Not a Speck of Cereal

Michigan Theater @

- Ann Arbor @

, MI @

- Wed, Feb 19, 2014 @

Favorite moment: The extended version of Muffin Man was a tour de force! @

Posted 12/02/2014

by Duckwad

This was my first ZPZ show, and I hope it will not be my last. They opened with The Torture Never Stops--an odd choice for a opener, I must say! Then the band played the Roxy album, in exquisite detail. All instrumentalists in this small band are first-rate. Scheila danced and played and sang and showed more energy than the others, and provided a little visual entertainment. I am not sure DZ moved at all, until closing the show with an amazing version of Muffin Man. The band played several other favorites after playing the Roxy set.I also attended the guitar lesson in the afternoon before the show. We had about 12 in the class. Dweezil was organized and had a lot to offer. He demonstrated various musical ideas slowly, then at full speed, giving us players a little time to watch and try to copy him. My one gripe is that we never received any tabulature, though we gave Dweezil our email addresses and he said he would send them to us. I quickly forgot every example, because I was expecting to get them in print. DZ is definitely a gifted player who has worked hard, knows his craft, and communicates well.

Michigan Theater @

- Ann Arbor @

, MI @

- Wed, Feb 19, 2014 @

Favorite moment: The extended version of Muffin Man was a tour de force! @

As a die hard Frank Zappa fan, I have seen Dweezil four times now. I had second row orchestra seats and it was the best show I have seen by him so far. The venue is historical and has amazing acoustics. I would recommend this venue or band to everyone.

Zappa Plays Zappa...just perfect.

Mercury Ballroom @

- Louisville @

, KY @

- Wed, Sep 10, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Every single note... @

Posted 09/15/2014

by drummernowlin

Location:Rising Sun, IN

Zappa Plays Zappa...this was my 4th time seeing them and they did not disappoint. I'm sure Frank is smiling and very proud of the way his legacy is being carried on by his son and the amazing musicians around him. The Mercury Ballroom is a fantastic venue as well.

Mercury Ballroom @

- Louisville @

, KY @

- Wed, Sep 10, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Every single note... @

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Review 4 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa Plays Zappa great show!!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Opening song with Sheila Gonzales featured on sax. @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 09/14/2014

by DaveMich

Location:Schoolcraft,Michigan

One of the tightest band I have seen in a long time. Top notch players. It could only be better if the larger band from earlier tours was there.

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Opening song with Sheila Gonzales featured on sax. @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 5 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa Plays Zappa was entertaining!!!

Mercury Ballroom @

- Louisville @

, KY @

- Wed, Sep 10, 2014 @

Posted 09/13/2014

by Ittlegirl

Location:Louisville KY

Zappa Plays Zappa is a very entertaining band. You can see how much fun they are having playing this music & it is contagious. They are very talented!!!

Mercury Ballroom @

- Louisville @

, KY @

- Wed, Sep 10, 2014 @

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Review 6 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa left me with one of my best nights ever!

Mercury Ballroom @

- Louisville @

, KY @

- Wed, Sep 10, 2014 @

Posted 09/13/2014

by MamaStar

Location:Louisville, Ky

My pop raised me on Zappa and this was an unforgettable and amazing date night with my pop, his brother, and my closest cousin!!!Dweezil and the band have given my pop one of the best memories of his life by inviting me on stage during his favorite song "Dinah Moe Humm" to dance (badly at that) and to sing.

Mercury Ballroom @

- Louisville @

, KY @

- Wed, Sep 10, 2014 @

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Review 7 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa PLAYS Zappa A++++!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: The combining of the early and more well known versions of RDNZL into a very cool treat for a long time Zappahead! @

Dweezil Zappa is doing his father's musical legacy a tremendous honor with these concerts. Astute musicianship, incredible guitar work and excellent song selection all add up to a night well spent! Thank you, Mr. Dweezil and I hope to see you around again soon!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: The combining of the early and more well known versions of RDNZL into a very cool treat for a long time Zappahead! @

People who don't know who Zappa is love this show!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Posted 09/12/2014

by waxout

Location:michigan

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The band was tight... their teeth were white (OK it was Tuesday night) I just can't say enough! Dweezil has established a stable line up and they are just an awesome band, playing really interesting music. We took the in-laws who had a vague knowledge of Zappa, and they were blown away. Mom couldn't stop talking about Dweezil's fingers "I don't know how someone can move their fingers like that"

I am a lifelong Zappa fan and I know his material inside out... they were tight, they just seem to be getting better and better. They have moved on from the Roxy material and seemingly just drift through the catalog and make it look completely natural. And it feels like your at a show 30 year ago... just close your eyes.

I can't say enough... good on ya Dweezil!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

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Review 9 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa gathers the best of the best!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Scheila's solos....standing ovations on each @

Setlist: varied and well thought out.... @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 09/12/2014

by DasBassist

Dweezil Zappa put on a great show as usual (my third time seeing this lineup) with old favorites mixed with more obscure material. Scheila Gonzales burned right out of the gate with a long solo that kept building excitement...she is my favorite of the musicians on stage, lending great keys, saxes and vocals...and personality. She, and all the rest love what they're doing, and they are so tight...never a dropped note. Can't wait to see them again...every show is new and different.

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Scheila's solos....standing ovations on each @

Setlist: varied and well thought out.... @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 10 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa plays Zappa!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Posted 09/12/2014

by Nikonfan

Location:Kalamazoo MI

The music of Frank Zappa is unique. Either you love him or you hate him. Well, I love his music. And Dweezil Zappa does his father proud! An amazing guitarist in his own right, he brought Frank's work back to life with a show that was a non-stop amaze-balls! And Dweezil's band is every bit as good. Sheila Gonzalez, I hope I have her name right, stunned me with her power saxophone work! Amazing skill and endurance! And whatever Dweezil's drummer does to stay fit, sign me up! That man was driving the beat intensely and skillfully the entire and I mean the entire concert! He must have burned 10,000 calories! The bassist was outstanding, laying down the bottom end so thick you could drive a truck across it! And the gentleman playing horns and doing most of the vocals was a great fit with an excellent range. Last but not least, the keyboardist added the effects that are so crucial to Zappa's work! As Dweezil said, there is so much music to choose from, one concert could not contain it all. But they made excellent choices from the vast opus that is the work of Frank Zappa. I highly recommend seeing Zappa plays Zappa!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

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Review 11 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: the whole show was dynomite @

Setlist: well its Zappa ha and they played 2 solid hours before breaking so it was all good @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 09/12/2014

by lightninrydr

Location:Kalamazoo Michigan

Awesome show Dweezil and Band are exquistie musicians in their own right a show not to be missed

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: the whole show was dynomite @

Setlist: well its Zappa ha and they played 2 solid hours before breaking so it was all good @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 12 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa Plays Zappa: Phenominal Show!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: The encore ended with a power version of "Muffin Man" reminiscent of some of Frank's live finales. Wonderful! @

Opening act(s): None; they played for a straight two hours with a half-hour encore immediately following! @

Posted 09/12/2014

by Shmark49024

Location:Portage, Michigan

An unbelievable show! Inspired musicianship on all parts, with a great balance and energy!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: The encore ended with a power version of "Muffin Man" reminiscent of some of Frank's live finales. Wonderful! @

Opening act(s): None; they played for a straight two hours with a half-hour encore immediately following! @

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Review 13 for Zappa Plays Zappa

4/5

Great Show!

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Organ solo @

Posted 09/12/2014

by Kevin714

Location:Indiana

Amazing musicians and a fabulous venue! Respectful to Frank.

State Theatre, Kalamazoo @

- Kalamazoo @

, MI @

- Tue, Sep 9, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Organ solo @

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Review 14 for Zappa Plays Zappa

4/5

A nice mix...

Bogart's @

- Cincinnati @

, OH @

- Sat, Jul 12, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Not messing with any of the 80s junk. It's just inferior... @

Opening act(s): N/A @

Posted 07/22/2014

by BillyCapMack

Location:Ohio

First off, I thought this show was going to be part of the Roxy 40th tour. That being said...I was a bit disappointed. However, as usual, ZPZ put on a great show. A nice mix of Zappa favorites with a few strong deeper cuts (Eat That Question, Apostrophe, RDNZL). I'll always recommend this band to anyone. You won't get this music anywhere else....!

Bogart's @

- Cincinnati @

, OH @

- Sat, Jul 12, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Not messing with any of the 80s junk. It's just inferior... @

Opening act(s): N/A @

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Review 15 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

Zappa Plays Zappa is a must see

Bogart's @

- Cincinnati @

, OH @

- Sat, Jul 12, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Dweezil talking with the crowd about playing at Moonlight Gardens a few years back as his first ZPZ appearance in Cincinnati. @

Setlist: all good stuff, google it and you will find it. @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 07/16/2014

by JimbobtheJimifan

Location:Cincinnati Ohio

Great show, Dweezil is great with the crowd, the music is incredible. The only thing i did not like is that teh venue, Bogarts, has the best seats (with tables) reserved and you can pay $20 a person to sit there, but you dont know that until you get there. that is just dumb!

Bogart's @

- Cincinnati @

, OH @

- Sat, Jul 12, 2014 @

Favorite moment: Dweezil talking with the crowd about playing at Moonlight Gardens a few years back as his first ZPZ appearance in Cincinnati. @

Setlist: all good stuff, google it and you will find it. @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 16 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

ZPZ Rocks!

House of Blues Cleveland @

- Cleveland @

, OH @

- Sun, Jul 13, 2014 @

Posted 07/16/2014

by CeeKatt

Location:Columbus, OH

The Zappa Plays Zappa show at HoB in Cleveland was really a great time. Personally, I think it's one of the best bands on tour these days. If you have any interest in great musicianship and the creative music of Frank Zappa you will be doing yourself a huge favor if you come see this band sometime.

Dweezil and the band members were amazing! Their passion and dedication to the music of Frank Zappa was clearly evident throughout the performance. All members are extremely gifted. Amazing performance and they give justice to the legacy which is Frank Zappa. Brought me back to the Palladium days. Dweezil's dedication is remarkable! It really doesn't fall far!

F. M. Kirby Center @

- Wilkes-Barre @

, PA @

- Fri, Jul 11, 2014 @

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Review 19 for Zappa Plays Zappa

5/5

awsome way to kick the summer off!!!!

Ocean City Music Pier @

- Ocean City @

, NJ @

- Mon, Jul 7, 2014 @

Favorite moment: oncore , and when dweezil said its great to be alive!!!!! @

show was awsome as usual i finally found a place to take my nephew thats not 21 and above he is 18 and saw his first zappa show and is hooked!!! please come back hear!!! glad to see some new tunes and a few i never heard!!! the whole band is great and play music better than anyone ive seen!!! totally awsome!!!!!

keep playing we love u guys!!!!!

Ocean City Music Pier @

- Ocean City @

, NJ @

- Mon, Jul 7, 2014 @

Favorite moment: oncore , and when dweezil said its great to be alive!!!!! @

I've been amazed by the music of Frank Zappa for over 40 years. Better music doesn't exist. I've seen ZPZ shows seven times, and it always leaves me wanting more. The band is faithful and true to Frank's music, and their musicianship is first rate. I'm endlessly grateful and appreciative to Dweezil and the band for keeping Frank's music played live on stage where we Zappafiles can gather and celebrate Frank's musical genius. Experiencing ZPZ is a "rumple and fetish" not to be missed.